Schaefer Creek

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside

Location: Coles Corner, WA, WA

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/schaefer-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Scenic forested valley location between cliff faces with a peaceful, secluded atmosphere. First-come, first-served basis allows spontaneous visits.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Townsend's Chipmunk, Douglas' Squirrel, Common Goldeneye, American Dipper, Common Nighthawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Valley Garter Snake, Common Garter Snake, Northern Alligator Lizard

Insider tips for Schaefer Creek: Arrive early as this is first-come, first-served only Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment Prepare for 4 miles of dirt road access

Skip Schaefer Creek if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You prefer to reserve ahead — first-come, first-served only. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations.

Best time to visit Schaefer Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Chiwawa Horse Camp (Coles Corner, WA), Riverbend Campground (Coles Corner, WA), Finner Creek (Coles Corner, WA), Nineteen Mile Campground (Coles Corner, WA).